MSc Mathematics at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU)

Programme overview

Mathematics is a science that deals with problems ranging from ancient number theory to very modern computational problems that go beyond the capacity limits of current computers. The master’s degree program introduces students to mathematical research and opens up excellent prospects for later work. Mathematicians are very flexible in their work and are therefore among the most sought-after university graduates today and in the future.

Faculty: Faculty of Sciences | Duration: 4 semesters (2 years) | Study mode: full-time; German-taught | Intake: Summer semester, Winter semester | Location: Erlangen, Bayern, Germany

What you will study

The master’s degree program in Mathematics is a 4-semester program with a total of 120 ECTS credits. 35 ECTS must be taken at least from modules of the chosen field of study, 25 must be taken at least from the modules of the other two fields of study and at least another 20 ECTS from the entire range of courses offered by FAU (with the exception of the Department of Mathematics).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission: Master: Qualification assessment. Application deadline: Winter semester: 15.07.; Summer semester: 15.01.. Requirements: Applicants for the master’s degree program in Mathematics must undergo a qualification assessment procedure. An admission committee decides on their admission. The prerequisite for the master’s degree program in mathematics is a successfully completed bachelor’s degree in mathematics or a closely related subject. Applicants are admitted up to a grade point average of 3.0 or after successfully passing an aptitude interview. A bachelor’s or diploma degree in mathematics, engineering mathematics or business mathematics is considered a subject-related degree. A Bachelor’s degree in physics or computer science in particular is recognized as a related degree. Applicants with a degree in a related subject must also pass an oral entrance examination. Application process Application process for internationals Apply now for a degree programThe first step towards your studies begins with the online Language: Students whose native language is not German must demonstrate sufficient language skills and be able to conduct discussions with mathematical content in German.

Intake: Summer semester, Winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

Apply through the official page: https://www.campo.fau.de/qisserver/pages/cs/sys/portal/hisinoneStartPage.faces?sessionlanguage=en&page=Applicants

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